EMR Metal Recycling
Senior Purchasing Manager
EMR Metal Recycling, Camden, New Jersey, United States, 08100
Senior Purchasing Manager
The Senior Purchasing Manager plays a pivotal role in leading and enhancing our procurement strategy, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services across the organization. This role is responsible for managing and mentoring a team of purchasing professionals, fostering strong vendor relationships, and driving continuous improvement in procurement processes. Please note, this role will be worked 100% onsite at our Camden, NJ office.
Key Responsibilities:Strategic Procurement Leadership:
Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's goals, optimizing costs, and ensuring quality and reliability in the supply chain.Vendor Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, and managing vendor performance to meet or exceed service level agreements.Process Optimization:
Lead initiatives to streamline procurement processes, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.Team Management:
Supervise, mentor, and develop the purchasing team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.Risk Management:
Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, ensuring the continuity of supply and compliance with regulatory requirements.Financial Oversight:
Oversee budgeting and financial forecasting for procurement activities, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals.Required Skills / Abilities
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication both written and verbal.In-depth knowledge of supply chain management principles.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPM, CPSM) is highly desirable.Experience:
Extensive experience in a Purchasing Manager or similar role, with a proven track record of strategic procurement leadership.Skills:
Exceptional negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong leadership and team management abilities. Proficiency in procurement software and tools.Management:
Prior management experience required
Other Job Demands
Work is generally performed in a traditional office environment at our Camden, New Jersey location. Working hours may vary and evening or weekend work may be required. You may be required to lift and carry light weights. Travel requires the ability to drive and the use of a personal vehicle.
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The Senior Purchasing Manager plays a pivotal role in leading and enhancing our procurement strategy, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services across the organization. This role is responsible for managing and mentoring a team of purchasing professionals, fostering strong vendor relationships, and driving continuous improvement in procurement processes. Please note, this role will be worked 100% onsite at our Camden, NJ office.
Key Responsibilities:Strategic Procurement Leadership:
Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's goals, optimizing costs, and ensuring quality and reliability in the supply chain.Vendor Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, and managing vendor performance to meet or exceed service level agreements.Process Optimization:
Lead initiatives to streamline procurement processes, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.Team Management:
Supervise, mentor, and develop the purchasing team, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.Risk Management:
Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, ensuring the continuity of supply and compliance with regulatory requirements.Financial Oversight:
Oversee budgeting and financial forecasting for procurement activities, ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals.Required Skills / Abilities
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication both written and verbal.In-depth knowledge of supply chain management principles.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPM, CPSM) is highly desirable.Experience:
Extensive experience in a Purchasing Manager or similar role, with a proven track record of strategic procurement leadership.Skills:
Exceptional negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong leadership and team management abilities. Proficiency in procurement software and tools.Management:
Prior management experience required
Other Job Demands
Work is generally performed in a traditional office environment at our Camden, New Jersey location. Working hours may vary and evening or weekend work may be required. You may be required to lift and carry light weights. Travel requires the ability to drive and the use of a personal vehicle.
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